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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in online education technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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