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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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