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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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