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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Botswana to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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