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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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