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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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