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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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