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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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