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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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