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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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