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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ireland to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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