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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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