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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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