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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the key 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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