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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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