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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in e-learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Scholars want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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