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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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