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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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