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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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