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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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