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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable people all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Sierra Leone to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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