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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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