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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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