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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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