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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tristan da Cunha to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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