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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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