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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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