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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Namibia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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