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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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