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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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