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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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