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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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