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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology enable students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Tunisia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also describes the key 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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