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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also researches the major 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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