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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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