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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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