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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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