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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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