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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Singapore to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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