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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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