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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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