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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Eritrea to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational experiments. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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