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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Fiji to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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