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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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