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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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