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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have enabled people all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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