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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also describes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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