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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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