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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malawi to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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