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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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