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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Universities want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this crescive desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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