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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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