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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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