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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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