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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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