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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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