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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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