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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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