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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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