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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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