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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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