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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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