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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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