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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in online education enable students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Arab Emirates to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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