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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ireland to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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