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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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