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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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