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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to understand these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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