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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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