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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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