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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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