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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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