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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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