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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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