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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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