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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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