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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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