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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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