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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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