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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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