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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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