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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Palau to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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