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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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