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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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