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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tunisia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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