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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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