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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. People want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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