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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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