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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these exciting new open education experiments. Professors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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