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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology enable students all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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