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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Somaliland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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