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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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