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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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