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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Zambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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