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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in e-learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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