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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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