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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are almost always 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 a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Guam to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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