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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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