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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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