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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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