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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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