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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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