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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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