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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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