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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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