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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in elearning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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