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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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