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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are considering today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. People want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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