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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Moldova to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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