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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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