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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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