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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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