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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better grasp these significant new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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