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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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