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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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