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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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