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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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