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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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