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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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