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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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