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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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