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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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