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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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