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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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