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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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