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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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