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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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