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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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