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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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