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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Lucia to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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