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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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