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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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