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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also describes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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