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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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