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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational experiments. Professors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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