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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Monaco to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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