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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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