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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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