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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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