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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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