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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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