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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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