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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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