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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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