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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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