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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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