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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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