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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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