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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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