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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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