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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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