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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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