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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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