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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New gains in online learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Estonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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