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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Oman to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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