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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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