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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Grenada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Academics want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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