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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in blended learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education experiments. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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