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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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