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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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