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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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