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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education