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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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