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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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