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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Nicaragua to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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