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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Ethiopia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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