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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Elidaemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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