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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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