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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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