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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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