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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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