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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students 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 a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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