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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Burkina Faso to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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