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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kuwait to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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