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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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