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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions manage low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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