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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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