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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kenya to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this crescive demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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