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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Swaziland to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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