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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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