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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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