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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these exciting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education