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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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