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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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