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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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