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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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