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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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