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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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