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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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