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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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