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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning are enabling people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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