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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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