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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Syria to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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