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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. People want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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