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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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