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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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