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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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