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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mayotte to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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