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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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