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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in online education make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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