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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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