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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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