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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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