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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Martinique to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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