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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)