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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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