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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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