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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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