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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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