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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning enable students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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