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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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