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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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