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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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