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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nicaragua to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to be more aware of these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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