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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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