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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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