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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Arizona State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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