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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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