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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Professors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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