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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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