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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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