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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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