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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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