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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Fiji to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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