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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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