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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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