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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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