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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online education have made it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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