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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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