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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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