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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these promising new open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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