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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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