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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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