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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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