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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better perceive these open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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