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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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