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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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