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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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