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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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