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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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