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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Croatia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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