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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Reddit to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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