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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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