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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better understand these important new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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