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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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