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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Somalia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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