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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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