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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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