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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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