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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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