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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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