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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these significant new open education endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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