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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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