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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is all right? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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