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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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