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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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