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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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