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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Rwanda to conduct these MOOC classes? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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