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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOC classes? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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