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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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