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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Dominican Republic to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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