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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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