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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic education technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also analyzes 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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