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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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