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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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