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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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