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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in digital education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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