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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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