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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the major 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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