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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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