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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these interesting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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