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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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