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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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