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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Marshall Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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