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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better understand these open education ventures. Academics want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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