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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwanda to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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