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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in online education technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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