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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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