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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Syria to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

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