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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are empowering students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with 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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