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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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