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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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