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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education experiments. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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