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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better grasp these important new open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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