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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Kazakhstan to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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