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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Finland to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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