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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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