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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping 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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