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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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