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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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