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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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