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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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