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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Slovakia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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