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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online education technology are enabling humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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