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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Michigan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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