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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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