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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Fiji to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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