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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better understand these significant new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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