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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Niue to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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