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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kuwait to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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