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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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