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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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