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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in elearning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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