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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kenya to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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