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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Gambia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education