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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to be more aware of these open educational experiments. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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