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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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