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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in online learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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