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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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