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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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