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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these important new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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