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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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