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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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