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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online education are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Algeria to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to better understand these open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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