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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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