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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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