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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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