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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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