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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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