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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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