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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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