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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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