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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in elearning technology have enabled humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these important new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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