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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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