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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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