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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning have empowered people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open educational experiments. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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