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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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