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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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