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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Albania to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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