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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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