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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Cambodia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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