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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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