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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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