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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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