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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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