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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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