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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are considering today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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