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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Burundi to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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