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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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