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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New gains in e-learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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