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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, San Francisco to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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