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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Somaliland to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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