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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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