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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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