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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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