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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Zimbabwe to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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