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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? How can teachers handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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