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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in digital education technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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