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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important 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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