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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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