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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic education technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Reunion to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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