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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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