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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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