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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in e-learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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