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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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