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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in elearning technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Oman to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education