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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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