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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Egypt to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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