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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs)