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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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