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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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