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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these massive open online courses? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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