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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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