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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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