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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online education technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to understand these open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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