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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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