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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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