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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Dominican Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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