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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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