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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in elearning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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