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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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