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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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