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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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