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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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