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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in online learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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