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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in elearning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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