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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in e-learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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