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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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