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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning have provided the means for learners all over the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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