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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these exciting new open education ventures. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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