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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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