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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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