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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online learning have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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