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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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