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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Syria to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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