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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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