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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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