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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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