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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Professors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources