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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major 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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