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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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