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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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