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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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