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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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