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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kuwait to conduct these MOOC classes? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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