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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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