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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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