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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these open education ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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