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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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