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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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