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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology enable people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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