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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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