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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in digital education technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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