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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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