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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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