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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Madagascar to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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