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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massive open online courses? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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