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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Myanmar (Burma) to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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