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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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