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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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