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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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