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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montenegro to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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