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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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