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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning have enabled learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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