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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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