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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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