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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also deals with 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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