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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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