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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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