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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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