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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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