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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Somalia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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