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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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