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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Corporations want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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