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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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