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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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