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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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