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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education have enabled students all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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