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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education enable people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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