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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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