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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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