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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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