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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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