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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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