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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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