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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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