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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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