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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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