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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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