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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations must deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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