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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to understand these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also talks about the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources