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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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