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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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