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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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