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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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