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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in e-learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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