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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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