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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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