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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Macedonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better comprehend these new open education undertakings. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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