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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online education are enabling learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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