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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these open educational experiments. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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