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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education have enabled learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Slovenia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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