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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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