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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in digital education technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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