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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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