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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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