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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Lesotho to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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