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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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