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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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