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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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