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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are customarily 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 subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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