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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning have empowered people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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