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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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