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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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