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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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