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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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