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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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