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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also researches the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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