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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in e-learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different 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 optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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