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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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