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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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