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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mayotte to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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