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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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