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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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