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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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