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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational experiments. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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