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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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