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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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