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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guatemala to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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