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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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