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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New advancements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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