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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Bermuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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