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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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