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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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