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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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