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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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