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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic education technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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