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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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