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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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