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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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