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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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