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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in e-learning have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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