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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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