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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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