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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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