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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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