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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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