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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Martinique to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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