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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology enable humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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