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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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