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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Guernsey to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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