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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Angola to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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