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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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