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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open educational experiments. Corporations want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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