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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in electronic education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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