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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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