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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Zambia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Teachers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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