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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education technology enable students all over the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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