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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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