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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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