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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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