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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online education technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are considering now that learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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